Emergency Preparedness

Resources for Individuals, Families and Caregivers

In order to respond to an emergency or disaster in a community, every individual, family, caregiver, and aging services network professional must have a well-developed personal preparedness and response plan. The resources and links below can assist you in developing plans suited to your individual needs, across a wide variety of disaster and emergency situations, as well as provide information about possible sources of assistance following a disaster. Resources for The Aging Services Network and Other Professionals, all segments of the national Aging Services Network, have important roles and responsibilities in emergency preparedness and response activities.

2013 Spring Flooding Emergency Preparedness

As Minnesotans prepare for flooding in some parts of the state, it is important that seniors, their families and caregivers take steps now to be ready. Being prepared can increase your ability to care for yourself and others during a disaster.